Unauthorized Watch Dealer Terminolgy

Here are some popular slang terms commonly used among secondary watch dealers:

1. NOS (New Old Stock) – Refers to a watch that is technically old but remains in brand-new, unused condition, often with original stickers and packaging intact.
2. Complete/Full Set – Indicates a watch that comes complete with its original box, papers, warranty card, and sometimes additional items like tags, making it more appealing to collectors.
3. Mint/Slider – Describes a watch in like-new condition, showing no signs of wear or damage, even if it has been worn a few times.
4. Box and Papers – This refers to the original packaging and documents that came with the watch, including the warranty card, booklets, and sometimes even hang tags. Having both adds value to the watch.
5. As-is/Naked - What to you see is what you get, usually refers to watch only!
6. Head-Only – Refers to a watch being sold without its original strap, bracelet, or sometimes even without box and papers; it’s just the watch "head."
7. Beater – A watch that’s typically worn regularly, possibly showing wear and tear, used as a durable everyday timepiece.
8. Stickered – Describes a watch that still has its original protective stickers, indicating it hasn’t been worn or handled extensively.
9. Gray Market – Refers to an authorized watch being sold by an unofficial retailer, often at a lower price. Not fake but sold outside the brand's official retail network.
10. Patina – Natural aging or oxidation on certain materials like bronze or leather that gives the watch a unique, often desirable, look over time.
11. Two-Tone / TT – Used to describe watches made from a combination of metals, typically gold and stainless steel.
12. Hulk / Kermit / Batman / Pepsi – Nicknames for specific Rolex models based on bezel colors (e.g., Hulk for a green Submariner, Batman for a black and blue GMT).
13. Fluted / Smooth / Oyster – Common terms to describe different bezel or bracelet types on Rolex watches, where “fluted” refers to ridged bezels, “smooth” to plain bezels, and “Oyster” to Rolex’s classic bracelet style.
14. Ref. – Short for “reference number,” the specific model number assigned to a watch, often used to help identify particular versions.
15. Jubilee / President / Oysterflex – Bracelet and strap types often associated with Rolex. The Jubilee has a five-link design, the President is a three-link rounded bracelet, and the Oysterflex is a rubber strap.
16. Serviced – Indicates the watch has been professionally cleaned, lubricated, and inspected for performance, making it more attractive to buyers.

These terms help watch dealers communicate quickly about a watch’s condition, origin, completeness, and unique characteristics in the secondary market.collection of minimalist watches features clean lines and simple designs. Perfect for those who appreciate modern and understated style.